Epo Zinc Primer
Epoxy-polyamide primer rich in zinc
Excellent cathodic protection
Quick drying
Code
0223
Description
Epoxy-polyamide primer rich in zinc
Use
The product is used for the production of steel structures to be used in industrial and marine environments. Not suitable, even if overpainted, for cycles involving dives in acid and alkaline solutions. It can be covered with all painting system on the condition that they are unsaponifiable. Suitable for retouching on inorganic zinc coatings.
Appearance of the film
Matt
Colour
Metallic grey
Components
2
Hardening
Chemical reaction between two components
Specific weight
2,85 gr/ml (A + B)
Volume of solids
53%
Voc
361 gr/liter
Minimum thickness
75 micron
Estimated yield
7,3 mq / L for a thickness of 75 microns dry
Flash point
Component A 27°C
Component B 27°C
Thinning 27°C
Component B 27°C
Thinning 27°C
Temperature resistance
250°C continuous, 350°C discontinuous
Preparation of surfaces
New steel:
Sandblasting SA 3 for painting cycles that include immersion service.
Sandblasting SA 2 ½ for other cases.
Paint immediately after removing the abrasive and the dust.
Sandblasting SA 3 for painting cycles that include immersion service.
Sandblasting SA 2 ½ for other cases.
Paint immediately after removing the abrasive and the dust.
Preparation of the product
Mix the product according to the following weight ratio:
Component A : 100
Component B: 4
Mix component A separately and then add component B
Component A : 100
Component B: 4
Mix component A separately and then add component B
Induction time
Induction time
Pot life
> 8 hours at 20°C
Dilution
5 - 10% with epoxy thinner depending on the applications
Environmental contitions
Ambient temperature: from + 10 to 35°C
Temperature of the surface: >10°C
Humidity: 0 – 80 %
To prevent the formation of condensation the temperature of the surface
must be at least 3°C higher than the dew point
Temperature of the surface: >10°C
Humidity: 0 – 80 %
To prevent the formation of condensation the temperature of the surface
must be at least 3°C higher than the dew point
Drying and hardening
For thicknesses of 100 microns(moist) 10°C 20°C 30°C
Dry to touch 60 30 15 minutes
Dry in depth 8 4 2 hours
Dry to touch 60 30 15 minutes
Dry in depth 8 4 2 hours
Overpainting
Minimum (hours) 10°C 20°C 30°C
8 4 2
Maximum unlimited, except for the presence of zinc salts and other contaminants
8 4 2
Maximum unlimited, except for the presence of zinc salts and other contaminants
Application
Brush, roller, airless spray
For brush applications use nylon or pure bristle brushes.
For roller applications, use medium pile rollers.
For the application, use the method of the crossed hands.
Airless:
Nozzle diameter: 0.43 - 0.48 mm (0.017 - 0.019 inch)
Air pressure: 150 bar
For brush applications use nylon or pure bristle brushes.
For roller applications, use medium pile rollers.
For the application, use the method of the crossed hands.
Airless:
Nozzle diameter: 0.43 - 0.48 mm (0.017 - 0.019 inch)
Air pressure: 150 bar
shelf life
2 years in a cool and dry place (max 40°C)
packs
Kg. 20,800 (20 + 0,800)